Meet Our Animals > Eastern Black Rhinoceros
 
Quick Facts
Native to Savannas and bush lands of Kenya and northern Tanzania
Primary Diet Leaves and twigs from bushes and trees
Adult Weight 1,750 to 3,000 pounds
Lifespan About 20 years
Status Critically Endangered

Eastern Black Rhinoceros

Eastern black rhinos are large, heavily-built mammals with thick, protective skin and a pointed prehensile upper lip that can grasp and pull leaves. Black rhinos have two horns, with the front one being larger and reaching up to 50 inches long. Like horses and zebras, rhinos run and walk on their toes. Black rhinos can move at speeds up to 35 miles per hour for short distances!

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